The Allied Bank Stallions delivered a solid performance in the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup, securing a commanding 29-run victory over the UMT Markhors. The match was defined by Jahandad Khan’s exceptional bowling performance, which dismantled the Markhors’ batting lineup, ensuring a decisive win for the Stallions and boosting their position in the tournament.

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Date	December 20, 2024
Venue	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Tournament	Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25
Result	Allied Bank Stallions won by 29 runs
Player of the Match	Jahandad Khan (Allied Bank Stallions)

UMT Markhors won the toss and elected to field first, aiming to restrict Allied Bank Stallions to a manageable total.

Allied Bank Stallions

• Jahandad Khan : Awarded Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling, taking 3 wickets for just 13 runs.
• Mohammad Ali : Claimed 4 wickets, dismantling the Markhors’ batting lineup.

UMT Markhors

• Saad Masood (UMT Markhors): Top-scored with 38 runs, showing resistance in the chase.

Allied Bank Stallions Innings

Batting first, Allied Bank Stallions posted a total of 147 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Key contributions included:

• Shoaib Malik: 27 runs off 28 balls, including 3 fours, providing stability in the middle order.
• Taimur Khan: 20 runs off 18 balls, with 2 fours, adding valuable runs in the lower order.
• Maaz Sadaqat: 20 runs off 19 balls, setting a foundation at the top of the order.

UMT Markhors’ bowling highlights:

• Akif Javed: 4 overs, 16 runs, 2 wickets, showcasing exceptional economy and wicket-taking ability.
• Zahid Mehmood: 4 overs, 23 runs, 2 wickets, contributing effectively to the bowling attack.
• Bilawal Bhatti: 3 overs, 24 runs, 2 wickets, providing crucial breakthroughs.

UMT Markhors Innings

Chasing a target of 148, UMT Markhors were bowled out for 118 runs in 18.3 overs. Notable performances included:

• Saad Masood: 38 runs off 29 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes, fighting valiantly in the middle order.
• Nisar Ahmad: 22 runs off 21 balls, with 2 sixes, attempting to stabilize the innings.

Allied Bank Stallions’ bowling was led by:

• Jahandad Khan: 3 overs, 13 runs, 3 wickets, earning him the Player of the Match award for his match-winning spell.
• Mohammad Ali: 3.3 overs, 18 runs, 4 wickets, delivering a lethal bowling performance.
• Usman Tariq: 2 overs, 9 runs, 2 wickets, maintaining pressure on the batsmen.

• Bowling Dominance: Allied Bank Stallions’ bowlers delivered a collective effort, restricting UMT Markhors to a subpar total.
• Middle-Order Collapse: UMT Markhors faced a batting collapse, losing wickets at regular intervals, which hindered their chase.
• Fielding Excellence: The Stallions’ fielders supported their bowlers with sharp catches and ground fielding, contributing to the victory.

Allied Bank Stallions showcased a comprehensive performance, with their bowlers leading the charge to secure a 29-run victory over UMT Markhors. The disciplined bowling attack, spearheaded by Jahandad Khan and Mohammad Ali, effectively defended a modest total, highlighting the team’s resilience and strategic acumen in the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25.